The Tennessean (subscription required) explores the potential for Tennessee DOT’s Choice Lanes (managed toll lanes) initiative to calm traffic congestion in metro Nashville. “The choice lanes are one of several components to address the growing strain on the region’s infrastructure. In November, Nashville voters will consider a $3.1 billion transit referendum that would raise the sales tax half a cent to fund mass upgrades to the bus system, sidewalks and traffic signals.” Early voting on the referendum begins this Wednesday, October 16.
